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Jan 04 2025WEATHER

Volcano Bay: Still Closed Due to Weather Chill

Volcano Bay, the popular water park at Universal Orlando Resort, will keep its gates shut on Saturday, January 4. The reason? It's simply too cold! After already being closed for two days, the park will remain off-limits because of chilly temperatures expected in Central Florida. The Twitter accoun

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Jan 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Globe-Trotting After-Parties: A New Era of Hollywood Gatherings

The Golden Globes' after-parties are taking a new turn this year. The old ways of seeing stars like Paris Hilton chased by paparazzi are gone. Instead of cramming everyone into one hotel, the celebrations are spread out over a week. You might need to hop in an Uber to get to the different spots. In

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Will Mike Johnson Keep His Job as House Speaker?

It's a big day for Mike Johnson, the US House Speaker, as he faces a close vote to stay in his job. Republicans are hoping for a smooth start to the second Donald Trump era in Washington, but things aren't looking so certain. Johnson, who took over from Kevin McCarthy last October, needs almost ever

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

How Parents Can Boost Teens' Online Therapy Outcomes

You know how anxiety is a big deal for many teens these days? One way to help might be through something called internet-delivered acceptance and commitment therapy, or iACT. This is just a fancy name for online therapy. It's convenient and cost-effective, especially for those who have trouble getti

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Do Mothers Affected by Domestic Violence Seek Less Support?

Did you know that new moms are more likely to experience intimate partner violence (IPV)? This isn't just a bad thing to happen; it can cause lasting harm to the mother and her baby. But here's where things get tricky: even if they're in danger, many moms struggle to ask for help. Researchers recent

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Examining Anti-Blackness in Nursing: A Deeper Look at Health Disparities

In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, healthcare organizations have been reflecting on their role in health inequalities. The American Nurses Association, for instance, formed the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing and published a report revealing the historic mistreatment an

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Jan 03 2025SCIENCE

Green Nanoparticles: Exploring the Power of Parietaria alsinifolia

Imagine tiny particles smaller than the width of a human hair made from iron and a plant called Parietaria alsinifolia. These aren't just any particles—these are nanoparticles, and they're being made in a way that's kind to the environment. Scientists used extracts from Parietaria alsinifolia to cre

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Face More Amputations?

Did you know that your race, where you live, and how much money you make can actually play a big role in whether you might lose a limb? Let's talk about something called chronic limb-threatening ischemia, which is a fancy term for when blood circulation is really poor in your leg. Because of this, s

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Jan 03 2025SPORTS

Toni Breidinger: Inspiring Women in Racing at the Rose Parade

The Rose Parade, a 136-year-old American tradition, kicked off 2025 with a theme of 'Best Day Ever'. With over a million spectators and global broadcasting, the event was a big deal. But there was a somber note: earlier, a suspected terror attack in New Orleans had killed 15 people. Security was tig

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Jan 03 2025EDUCATION

How Neighborhoods Shape Parental Involvement in Kids' Learning

Ever wondered how your neighborhood could affect your kids' education? Research has already shown that where you live can help or hinder kids' growth, but it's less clear how exactly neighborhoods do this. A recent study combined maps and surveys to figure out how different neighborhood resources an

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